An explanation of the five most mainstream defensive metrics, and an examination of their accuracy and importance.

David takes a look at the differences between Tom Glavine’s first and second halves of 2005.

Dan takes a quick look at just who scores on sacrifice flies.

A systematic look at the Hall of Fame candidacies (or former candidacies) of Jim Rice, Albert Belle, and Andre Dawson, among others, by putting their batting stats in a common context with other players with similar types of credentials.

David takes a look at Ryan Freel’s excellent plate discipline.

Does a proficient base stealer on first base distract or disrupt the pitcher?

Answering a few questions.

David takes a look at Jeff Francoeur’s hot start and not-so-hot finish.

That’s Defense Efficiency Ratio to you.

Catch up on the Daily Graphings with a double-sized look at Coco Crisp (with PitchZone analysis) and the disappointing Ted Lilly.